1. Cannon Moss President & GM Norfolk Portsmouth Belt Line March 15, 2012
The First and Last Mile
Cannon Moss
President & GM
Norfolk Portsmouth Belt Line
March 15, 2012

2. Who We Are Class III Terminal Switching Railroad founded in 1897
Corporate headquarters in Portsmouth, VA
Own 35 miles of track with an additional 27 miles of trackage rights
Jointly owned by NS & CSX
Operate in the Hampton Roads, Virginia communities of Portsmouth, Chesapeake and Norfolk

4. Our Business Handled 24,251 cars in 2011 (+2.6%) Bulk Products
Grain, Ethanol & Chemicals
Award our 7th straight Jake Award for Safety
Last five have been with distinction

5. Issues We Face Government Regulation Urban Environment
51 road crossings, 24 of them public
No room for expansion
Mainline Bridge
First bridge on the southern branch of the Elizabeth River (Inland Waterway System).
International Markets
Work closely with customers and the Virginia Port Authority

6. Grants Virginia Rail Preservation Grant
Virginia Rail Industrial Access Grant
Rail Enhancement Fund
Aid to Local Ports Grant
Highway-rail Grade Crossing Safety Improvement Program
Tiger II
Homeland Security Grants

7. Thank you